Matthew was a guest on Darren Clark’s LinkedIn live stream Nerodiversity Stories. He talked about growing up with dyslexia, how studying has changes since he went to school and then going to university.
This is a fun and engaging conversation which includes the pros and cons of comic sans font.
To hear this interview head over to Darren’s site.
Or watch on YouTube.
In this episode of The Dyslexia Life Hacks Show, Dr. Brock Eide discusses the unique strengths associated with dyslexia and how they can lead to amazing success. As a neuro-learning expert and co-author of The Dyslexic Advantage, Dr. Eide has spent years researching dyslexia and the positive attributes that come with it.
Dr. Eide’s interest in dyslexia began when he noticed his children struggling with reading and writing. This sparked his curiosity, and he began to research dyslexia and the unique brain structures associated with it. What he found was surprising – people with dyslexia have a predisposition to important skills and special talents.
Dr. Eide’s book, The Dyslexic Advantage, has been instrumental in shifting the paradigm of dyslexia from a deficit to a strength-based approach. The updated edition of the book includes new research that further supports the dyslexic advantage, providing a fuller and more balanced model of dyslexia.
Throughout the episode, Dr. Eide shares his insights on dyslexia, including how it is viewed today compared to 12 years ago when the first edition of the book was published. He also offers prescriptive advice for parents, educators, co-workers, and dyslexics on how to leverage the strengths associated with dyslexia.
For the final episode of 2024, Matthew Head reflects on a year of juggling work, creativity, and burnout—and the lessons he learned to regain balance. As a lead engineer at Jaguar Land Rover, Matthew’s days were packed with designing concept cars, editing podcasts, rehearsing for amateur dramatics, and playing guitar. But by mid-year, exhaustion hit hard, forcing him to reassess his lifestyle.
In this candid episode, Matthew shares how he overcame burnout by simplifying his life: outsourcing podcast editing, reintroducing exercise, optimizing sleep, and embracing intentional choices. He discovered that true energy comes from passion and balance, not endless productivity.
Join Matthew as he explores how small, sustainable changes transformed his year—and how these insights can help you build a life you love in 2025. Tune in for practical tips and inspiring reflections!
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